100 Years Of US Presidential Races

100 Years Of US Presidential Races

In Profile: 100 Years In US Presidential Races

Justin Sullivan

In this composite image a comparison has been made between US Presidential Candidates Barack Obama (L) and Mitt Romney. The November 6, 2012 elections will decide between Obama and Romney who will win to become the next President of the United States. DENVER, CO - OCTOBER 01: Republican presidential candidate, former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney speaks during a campaign rally at the Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum on October 1, 2012 in Denver, Colorado. Mitt Romney arrived in Denver ahead of his first debate with U.S. President Barack Obama which will be held on Wednesday October 3.

In this composite image a comparison has been made between US Presidential Candidates Barack Obama (L) and Mitt Romney. The November 6, 2012 elections will decide between Obama and Romney who will win to become the next President of the United States. DENVER, CO - OCTOBER 01: Republican presidential candidate, former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney speaks during a campaign rally at the Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum on October 1, 2012 in Denver, Colorado. Mitt Romney arrived in Denver ahead of his first debate with U.S. President Barack Obama which will be held on Wednesday October 3.

In Profile: 100 Years In US Presidential Races

Chip Somodevilla

In this composite image a comparison has been made between US Presidential Candidates Barack Obama (L) and Mitt Romney. The November 6, 2012 elections will decide between Obama and Romney who will win to become the next President of the United States. TAMPA, FL - AUGUST 30: Republican presidential candidate, former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney delivers his nomination acceptance speech during the final day of the Republican National Convention at the Tampa Bay Times Forum on August 30, 2012 in Tampa, Florida. Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney was nominated as the Republican presidential candidate during the RNC which will conclude today.

In this composite image a comparison has been made between US Presidential Candidates Barack Obama (L) and Mitt Romney. The November 6, 2012 elections will decide between Obama and Romney who will win to become the next President of the United States. TAMPA, FL - AUGUST 30: Republican presidential candidate, former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney delivers his nomination acceptance speech during the final day of the Republican National Convention at the Tampa Bay Times Forum on August 30, 2012 in Tampa, Florida. Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney was nominated as the Republican presidential candidate during the RNC which will conclude today.

In Profile: 100 Years In US Presidential Races

Marc Serota

In this composite image a comparison has been made between US Presidential Candidates Barack Obama (L) and Mitt Romney. The November 6, 2012 elections will decide between Obama and Romney who will win to become the next President of the United States. GREEN BAY, WI - APRIL 02: Republican Presidential candidate, former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney speaks during a town hall style meeting at Wisconsin Building Supply on April 2, 2012 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. With one day to go before the Wisconsin primary, Mitt Romney makes a final push through the state.

In this composite image a comparison has been made between US Presidential Candidates Barack Obama (L) and Mitt Romney. The November 6, 2012 elections will decide between Obama and Romney who will win to become the next President of the United States. GREEN BAY, WI - APRIL 02: Republican Presidential candidate, former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney speaks during a town hall style meeting at Wisconsin Building Supply on April 2, 2012 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. With one day to go before the Wisconsin primary, Mitt Romney makes a final push through the state.

In Profile: 100 Years In US Presidential Races

William B. Plowman

In this composite image a comparison has been made between former US Presidential Candidates George W. Bush (L) and John Kerry. In 2004 George W. Bush won the presidential election to become the President of the United States. MANCHESTER, NH - DECEMBER 27: Democratic presidential hopeful Senator John Kerry (D-MA) addresses the audience at a campaign stop at the Manchester Public Library December 27, 2003 in Manchester, New Hampshire. Kerry spent the day campaigning in New Hampshire.

In this composite image a comparison has been made between former US Presidential Candidates George W. Bush (L) and John Kerry. In 2004 George W. Bush won the presidential election to become the President of the United States. MANCHESTER, NH - DECEMBER 27: Democratic presidential hopeful Senator John Kerry (D-MA) addresses the audience at a campaign stop at the Manchester Public Library December 27, 2003 in Manchester, New Hampshire. Kerry spent the day campaigning in New Hampshire.

In Profile: 100 Years In US Presidential Races

Chris Hondros

In this composite image a comparison has been made between former US Presidential Candidates George W. Bush (L) and Al Gore. In 2000 George W. Bush won the presidential election to become the President of the United States. NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 14: Vice President Al Gore makes a point during an appearance at Medgar Evers College in Brooklyn, New York, February 14, 2000. Gore spoke on educational funding issues in his speech to students and faculty.

In this composite image a comparison has been made between former US Presidential Candidates George W. Bush (L) and Al Gore. In 2000 George W. Bush won the presidential election to become the President of the United States. NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 14: Vice President Al Gore makes a point during an appearance at Medgar Evers College in Brooklyn, New York, February 14, 2000. Gore spoke on educational funding issues in his speech to students and faculty.

In Profile: 100 Years In US Presidential Races

MPI

In this composite image a comparison has been made between former US Presidential Candidates Bill Clinton (L) and Bob Dole. In 1996 Bill Clinton won the presidential election to become the President of the United States. circa 1985: American Republican politician Robert Dole in 1985.

In this composite image a comparison has been made between former US Presidential Candidates Bill Clinton (L) and Bob Dole. In 1996 Bill Clinton won the presidential election to become the President of the United States. circa 1985: American Republican politician Robert Dole in 1985.

In Profile: 100 Years In US Presidential Races

MPI

In this composite image a comparison has been made between former US Presidential Candidates George Bush (L) and Bill Clinton. In 1992 Bill Clinton won the presidential election to become the President of the United States. circa 1995: Bill Clinton, the 42nd president of the United States makes a public address in 1995.

In this composite image a comparison has been made between former US Presidential Candidates George Bush (L) and Bill Clinton. In 1992 Bill Clinton won the presidential election to become the President of the United States. circa 1995: Bill Clinton, the 42nd president of the United States makes a public address in 1995.

In Profile: 100 Years In US Presidential Races

Keystone

In this composite image a comparison has been made between former US Presidential Candidates George Bush (L) and Michael Dukakis. In 1988 George H. W. Bush won the presidential election to become the President of the United States. WESTWOOD, CA - MARCH 12: Former Presidential canidate Michael Dukakis speaks at the Hammer Museum on March 12, 2007 in Westwood, California.

In this composite image a comparison has been made between former US Presidential Candidates George Bush (L) and Michael Dukakis. In 1988 George H. W. Bush won the presidential election to become the President of the United States. WESTWOOD, CA - MARCH 12: Former Presidential canidate Michael Dukakis speaks at the Hammer Museum on March 12, 2007 in Westwood, California.

In Profile: 100 Years In US Presidential Races

Keystone

In this composite image a comparison has been made between former US Presidential Candidates Ronald Reagan (L) and Walter Mondale. In 1984 Ronald Reagan won the presidential election to become the President of the United States. 1977: Walter Mondale the American Democratic politician and former Vice President smiles on May 23, 1977.

In this composite image a comparison has been made between former US Presidential Candidates Ronald Reagan (L) and Walter Mondale. In 1984 Ronald Reagan won the presidential election to become the President of the United States. 1977: Walter Mondale the American Democratic politician and former Vice President smiles on May 23, 1977.

In Profile: 100 Years In US Presidential Races

Keystone

In this composite image a comparison has been made between former US Presidential Candidates Ronald Reagan (L) and Jimmy Carter. In 1980 Ronald Reagan won the presidential election to become the President of the United States. 1986: The former President of the United States, Jimmy Carter speaks in 1986 in London.

In this composite image a comparison has been made between former US Presidential Candidates Ronald Reagan (L) and Jimmy Carter. In 1980 Ronald Reagan won the presidential election to become the President of the United States. 1986: The former President of the United States, Jimmy Carter speaks in 1986 in London.

In Profile: 100 Years In US Presidential Races

Keystone

In this composite image a comparison has been made between former US Presidential Candidates Jimmy Carter (L) and Gerald Ford. In 1976 Jimmy Carter won the presidential election to become the President of the United States. 1974: American President Gerald Ford, stands on August 22, 1974.

In this composite image a comparison has been made between former US Presidential Candidates Jimmy Carter (L) and Gerald Ford. In 1976 Jimmy Carter won the presidential election to become the President of the United States. 1974: American President Gerald Ford, stands on August 22, 1974.

In Profile: 100 Years In US Presidential Races

Keystone

In this composite image a comparison has been made between former US Presidential Candidates Richard Nixon (L) and George McGovern. In 1972 Richard Nixon won the presidential election to become the President of the United States for a second term. 1972: American Democratic politician and candidate for the 1972 presidential elections, Senator George McGovern looks on in 1972.

In this composite image a comparison has been made between former US Presidential Candidates Richard Nixon (L) and George McGovern. In 1972 Richard Nixon won the presidential election to become the President of the United States for a second term. 1972: American Democratic politician and candidate for the 1972 presidential elections, Senator George McGovern looks on in 1972.

In Profile: 100 Years In US Presidential Races

Keystone

In this composite image a comparison has been made between former US Presidential Candidates Richard Nixon (L) and Hubert Humphrey. In 1968 Richard Nixon won the presidential election to become the President of the United States. 1970: American Democratic politician Hubert Humphrey (1911 - 1978) talks to the press in 1970.

In this composite image a comparison has been made between former US Presidential Candidates Richard Nixon (L) and Hubert Humphrey. In 1968 Richard Nixon won the presidential election to become the President of the United States. 1970: American Democratic politician Hubert Humphrey (1911 - 1978) talks to the press in 1970.

In Profile: 100 Years In US Presidential Races

Central Press

In this composite image a comparison has been made between former US Presidential Candidates Lyndon Baines Johnson (L) and Barry Goldwater. In 1964 Lyndon B Johnson won the presidential election to become the President of the United States. circa 1960: American politician Barry Goldwater, A conservative Republican, looks on in 1960.

In this composite image a comparison has been made between former US Presidential Candidates Lyndon Baines Johnson (L) and Barry Goldwater. In 1964 Lyndon B Johnson won the presidential election to become the President of the United States. circa 1960: American politician Barry Goldwater, A conservative Republican, looks on in 1960.

In Profile: 100 Years In US Presidential Races

Keystone

In this composite image a comparison has been made between former US Presidential Candidates John F Kennedy (L) and Richard Nixon. In 1960 John F Kennedy won the presidential election to become the President of the United States. 1960: American politician Richard Nixon looks up on July 19, 1969.

In this composite image a comparison has been made between former US Presidential Candidates John F Kennedy (L) and Richard Nixon. In 1960 John F Kennedy won the presidential election to become the President of the United States. 1960: American politician Richard Nixon looks up on July 19, 1969.

In this composite image a comparison has been made between US... NyhetsfotoAmerikanska demokraternas presidentkandidat,Amerikanska republikanernas presidentkandidat,Barack Obama,Bestof,Bild,Demokrati,Demokratiska partiet - USA,Denver,Horisontell,Jämförelse,Kompositbild,Mitt Romney,Människor,Mänskligt intresse,Politik,President,Presidentkandidat,Presidentvalet i USA,Presidentvalet i USA 2012,Republikanska partiet,Tema,USA,USAs president,Val,ÖverkroppsbildPhotographer Justin SullivanCollection: Getty Images News 2012 Getty Images(FILE PHOTO) In this composite image a comparison has been made between US Presidential Candidates Barack Obama (L) and Mitt Romney. The November 6, 2012 elections will decide between Obama and Romney who will win to become the next President of the United States. ***LEFT IMAGE*** DENVER, CO - OCTOBER 01: Republican presidential candidate, former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney speaks during a campaign rally at the Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum on October 1, 2012 in Denver, Colorado. Mitt Romney arrived in Denver ahead of his first debate with U.S. President Barack Obama which will be held on Wednesday October 3. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images) ***RIGHT IMAGE*** DENVER, CO - OCTOBER 01: Republican presidential candidate, former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney speaks during a campaign rally at the Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum on October 1, 2012 in Denver, Colorado. Mitt Romney arrived in Denver ahead of his first debate with U.S. President Barack Obama which will be held on Wednesday October 3. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)